{"id":83,"date":"2023-12-07T15:25:50","date_gmt":"2023-12-07T15:25:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/?p=83"},"modified":"2024-01-22T15:26:02","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T15:26:02","slug":"can-i-drink-coffee-with-invisalign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/2023\/12\/07\/can-i-drink-coffee-with-invisalign\/","title":{"rendered":"You Asked, We Answered: Can I Drink Coffee with Invisalign?"},"content":{"rendered":"
\n
\"Smiling<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Since clear aligners are removable, you don\u2019t have to worry about eliminating raw carrots, whole apples, air-popped popcorn, and other crunchy foods from your diet. But what about coffee? Can you drink coffee with Invisalign<\/a>? This is one of the most asked questions from patients considering this discreet orthodontic treatment. If you\u2019ve been wondering the same thing, then read on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

So, Do You Have to Give Up Coffee with Invisalign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No, you don\u2019t have to give up coffee with Invisalign! The only \u201crule\u201d is that you must remove your aligners first \u2013 no exceptions. If you don\u2019t, then your once-clear aligners will take on a yellow, brittle look. Plus, the trays can trap the lingering residue against your teeth, increasing your risk of enamel erosion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clear Aligners & Coffee: One Important Thing to Keep in Mind<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As we touched on in the previous section, the only \u201crule\u201d regarding Invisalign and coffee is that you have to remove your trays first. That means that you\u2019re free to enjoy whichever type of coffee you\u2019d like and whatever time of day you\u2019d prefer. With that said, patients are encouraged to indulge in this caffeinated beverage with their breakfast, snack, or lunch. If you drink it separately, then it\u2019s harder to meet the 20-22 hour-a-day wear time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To: Drink Your Coffee the \u201cSmile-Friendly\u201d Way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, there is a smile-friendly way to drink coffee! To protect your teeth from stains and reduce your chances of enamel erosion, make sure to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n